Bus from Leicester to Cardiff: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Leicester to Cardiff on January 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Lloyd George AvenueNo tags
FlixBusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Lloyd George AvenueNo tags
FlixBusBus
Leicester St Margarets bus station
Lloyd George AvenueNo tags
FlixBusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Lloyd George AvenueNo tags
FlixBusBus
Leicester (Fosse Park)
Lloyd George AvenueNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Cardiff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 10mAverage Duration
190 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$31 - $146Average Duration8h 35m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$90 - $590Average Duration3h 8m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$51 - $51Average Duration3h 10m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Cardiff by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Leicester to Cardiff?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Leicester to Cardiff start from $31. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Leicester to Cardiff?

    The average bus travel time from Leicester to Cardiff is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 190 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Leicester to Cardiff route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Leicester to Cardiff?

    The earliest bus departs from Leicester to Cardiff at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Leicester to Cardiff?

    A bus trip from Leicester to Cardiff generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01-07
$32
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01-13
$26
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leicester to Cardiff was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Cardiff, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $87 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-01-13.

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